Keeping country country · Est. 1997 · Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

The NACMAI Executive Board

The volunteers and leaders who keep this nearly thirty-year legacy running — all year long, in every state and province, and increasingly around the globe.

Peggy Franck, Founder · President & CEO
Peggy Franck
Founder · President & CEO

Leads NACMAI's day-to-day operations and partnerships as the organization grows toward all fifty states, two provinces, and welcomes countries all over the globe.

Peggy Franck is the founder of the North America Country Music Associations, International. It all started with a dream and a dance hall. In the early 90s, Mrs. Franck and her husband owned and operated a dance hall in Pigeon Forge, TN. Peggy's very musical family and her background in management compelled her to manage two country young bands. A very tenacious woman, Peggy wondered what she could do to help young artists gain exposure on a stage that would provide them with education, networking opportunities, and exposure to the professional world of country music. That's where this all began. Her dream. Her vision. With determination, drive, and support of influencers in the music industry, Mrs. Franck established the organization which has gained national and international respect and notoriety. Mrs. Franck is the backbone of the association and through her leadership, NACMAI has become one of the industry's most notable starting points for artists and songwriters to hone their craft.

Brian Orr, CEO of the NACMAI Hall of Fame
Brian Orr
CEO of the NACMAI Hall of Fame

Leads the Hall of Fame selection committee and ensures that new behind the scenes trends, proposals and initiatives are reviewed and monitored while maintaining a professional presence in the world of music.

In addition to serving as the CEO of the North America Country Music Associations, International (NACMAI) Hall of Fame, Brian leads the East Tennessee Concerts and has recently announced his record label, Wildhorse Records. He is a proud member of the CMA, GMA, ACM, IBMA, and IEBA, and was featured in Cross Country USA Magazine and Marquis Who's Who in America. Recognized for his outstanding work in music promotion, Brian was also voted by Christian Voice Magazine as the 2025 Promoter of the Year.

Ken Reynolds, Executive Director
Ken Reynolds
Executive Director

Serves as NACMAI Executive Director, working with chapters, judges, and year-round operations alongside the founder and Hall of Fame leadership.

Ken Reynolds is NACMAI's Executive Director. He founded the Kentucky Country Music Association in 2002 after talking with Peggy Franck, and KCMA remains a NACMAI chapter. He has publicly thanked NACMAI judges and volunteers for their work at Country Music Week.

Tina Hanscome, Vice President
Tina Hanscome
Vice President
Kathy Paugh, Assistant Vice President
Kathy Paugh
Assistant Vice President
Cindy Dupre, Executive Secretary Pro Temp
Cindy Dupre
Executive Secretary Pro Temp
Nancy Maiden, Publicity Director
Nancy Maiden
Publicity Director
Ray Ligon, Sergeant at Arms
Ray Ligon
Sergeant at Arms

Serving in the States & Provinces

Beyond the executive board, every NACMAI chapter is led by a state or provincial president — the first point of contact for competitors and members.

Meet the State Representatives